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National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl (2003): Cast

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National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl is a 2003 documentary directed by Lawrence Cumbo, starring Sharbat Gula as Afghan Girl, Sigourney Weaver and Steve McCurry. It runs 53 minutes.

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National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl (2003) movie poster
Released
Runtime
53 min
Director
Lawrence Cumbo
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl About?

The premise of National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl without spoilers.

She became one of the world’s most recognizable faces while remaining anonymous. Her striking portrait appeared on magazine covers, books, posters, lapel pins and even woven into rugs, yet she never knew who she was. After a 17‑year quest, National Geographic finally located the Afghan girl with the unforgettable green eyes.

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl Themes & Keywords

· 31 tags
  • photography
  • post september 11 2001
  • journey
  • national geographic magazine
  • afghani woman
  • afghani man
  • aerial bombing
  • war zone
  • loss of parents
  • loss of child
  • arranged marriage
  • orphan
+19 more
  • haggling
  • green eyes
  • portrait
  • magazine cover
  • children
  • school
  • schoolteacher
  • burka
  • quest
  • tv interview
  • refugee
  • refugee camp
  • voice over narration
  • journalist
  • pakistan
  • photojournalist
  • eyes
  • search for girl
  • photograph
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Cast & crew

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl Cast & Characters

Sharbat Gula leads the cast as Afghan Girl, with Sigourney Weaver as Narrator and Steve McCurry. Directed by Lawrence Cumbo; 4 actors are credited in all.

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National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “In Search of the Afghan Girl” and “National Geographic In Search of the Afghan Girl”.

Also known as
  • In Search of the Afghan Girl
  • National Geographic In Search of the Afghan Girl
  • En Busca de la Muchacha Afgana
  • 寻找阿富汗少女
  • National Geographic : La jeune fille afghane

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National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl, each answered in a sentence.

How long is National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl?

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl runs 53 minutes.

When was National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl released?

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl was released on March 8, 2003.

Who directed National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl?

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl was directed by Lawrence Cumbo.

Who is in the cast of National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl?

National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl stars Sharbat Gula as Afghan Girl, Sigourney Weaver as Narrator and Steve McCurry, among 4 credited actors.

Does National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl have a post-credit scene?

No. National Geographic : Search for the Afghan Girl has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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